The Smyth Chamber:
Upcoming Events
August 10, 2022
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Save the Date: Chamber Events, News and Announcements |
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SWVA Food Innovation Hub Survey
The Town of Saltville has received a planning grant to gather information on establishing a Food Innovation Hub for Southwest Virginia. This hub has the opportunity to serve Southwest Virginia farmers and the community at large in many ways. We need your input! What would you like to see at this hub and what would help your farm, small business or family? A cannery, a commercial kitchen, commercial dehydrators? We want to hear all your ideas!
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Women in Business Luncheon
August 12, 2022
11:30 am - 1:00 pm
Registration is Closed
The annual Women in Business Luncheon is being hosted on August 12, 2022. This event is a great opportunity to network with other women in business in the region. Lunch will be served at the event.
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Networking Breakfast
August 24, 2022
8:00 am
Holston Hills Community
Golf Course
This event will create opportunities for one-on-one networking, business introductions, and so much more. Best of all, the breakfast event is FREE and open to Chamber members and non-members from the community! Pre-registration is required by Friday, August 19, 2022.
Thank you to our sponsor Smyth County Community Hospital.
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“I can’t run my business at full capacity because I can’t find staff.”
“A staff member is out AGAIN due to unstable child care.”
“I wish I could find a way to retain the staff I have and recruit more staff
Does any of this sound familiar?
At the Smyth County Chamber of Commerce, we know that staffing has never been this difficult. We also know how important it is for your employees to have access to high quality, stable child care services to support your business, working families, and the health of our economy in this region.
That is why we have joined forces with United Way of Southwest Virginia with a laser focus on what it takes to address this most urgent challenge...and why we want you to be a part of this critical work.
The Chamber and United Way are exploring how to launch new innovations which would support businesses in the region in providing child care benefits for their staff.
As we gather information and create a plan of action, we would appreciate your feedback in this brief survey. The survey will remain open until Friday, July 19, 2022.
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SAVE THE DATE:
SEPTEMBER 15, 2022
TOWN & COUNTRY
More Details Coming Soon!
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Molly's Knob Challenge
October 8, 2022
8:00 am - 12:00 pm
This is not your average, flat 5K. This trail offers much more of a challenge because of the 1,000 plus feet elevation gain in the first 1.7 miles. The course is approximately 3.4 miles long so it is longer than most 5K runs. It begins at the Molly's Knob trail head and goes to the summit and back down again. Come and challenge yourself. The view from the top is worth it!
You can run, walk, or jog this trail. Sorry, no dogs allowed for the on Molly's Knob Challenge 5K Plus.
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Upcoming events in Chilhowie |
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2nd Annual Bulls in the Town Extreme Bull Riding
August 19th & 20th
2nd Annual Bulls in the Town Extreme Bull Riding presented by West Hills Tractor & Case IH.
WHEN: August 19th — August 20th Gates open at 6:00PM, Extreme bull riding starts at 8:00PM with professional rodeo clown colt 45
WHERE: Industrial Park Rd Chilhowie, VA
HOW MUCH: Friday $20.00 under 6 free
Saturday $20.00 under 6 free
CASH ONLY!
Come watch the 𝗕𝗘𝗦𝗧 in the business go head-to-head each night in Chilhowie, VA! Featuring the top bull riders and bulls each night in front of you! food vendors, shopping, mechanical bull, ponies rides and MUCH more!
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Chilhowie Fishing Pier and Pickle Ball Court are now open for use! Make sure to head to the Chilhowie Town Park to utilize the new fishing dock and pickle ball facilities! |
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Chilhowie Farmers Market
Every Thursday
4 PM - 7 PM
821 East Lee Hwy Chilhowie, VA 24319
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Chilhowie Lions Club Annual Community Yard Sale
August 13, 2022
8:30 AM to 2:00 PM
The lions club is also selling brooms those are $15 each.
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Mark you calendars for August 16th - Health Information Day at Chilhowie Public Library!
An informational table of offerings from the Virginia Department of Health will be set up and a representative will be on site to answer questions about their many services from 11:00-2:00. Narcan revive training will also be available to the public during that time.
For more information about any of these programs, call the library at 276-646-3404z
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Upcoming events in Saltville |
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EMT Academy
We are proud to announce our upcoming EMT Academy. This course will begin September 6, 2022 and run until December 13, 2022. Classes are Tuesdays and Thursdays 6pm-10pm. Applicants must be 16 years of age or older before the course start date.
Pricing: Total course fees are $675
What's included:
EMT lecture and skill sessions
American Heart BLS CPR
FISDAP system access
VFIS EVOC (provided free of charge)
For more information on the course or payment plans please email tlowman@saltvilleems.org or call (276)-496-4531 Mon-Fri 9am-5pm
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Saltville Public Library is Now Loaning Hotspots To Those Who Do Not Have Broadband Access At Home
We are now loaning hotspots and tablets with hotspots at the Saltville Library.
This is for people who don't currently have internet at their home.
Contact the library at 496-5514 to set up a time to come by and pick one up.
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Casual Crochet
August 11, 2022
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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Upcoming Events in Mt Rogers, Konnarock and Sugar Grove |
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The Blue Ridge Discovery Center |
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Aug 19-21: Summer Mt. Rogers Naturalist Rally
September 23-26: Hawk Watch
October 21: Seed Saving
November 11: Friendsgiving
December 10: Nature’s Little Elf Workshop
December 17: New River Christmas Bird Count
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Upcoming Events in Marion |
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The Appalachian Spirit Gallery Second Friday ArtWalk
August 12, 2022
5:00 PM to 8:00 PM
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MSHS Benefit Ride
August 30, 2022
9:00 AM
1145 Highland Drive Marion, VA 24354
Benefit ride
$25 solo rider
$30 double rider
Corn hole tournament
Food vendors
Raffle
All out good time
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Marion Outdoors Group Hike
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36th Annual Chili Cook-Off
A chili competition, live music, and so much more!
Live music will include Swizzle Sticks, The Davidson's Blue Moon, and The Soul Men: The Blues Brothers Tribute Band.
Don't forget to stop by or event tent the day of to purchase your chili bracelet to try our local chilies. And, don't forget to vote for your favorite chili too!
You can also dine at one of our local food trucks, restaurants, eateries, and beer gardens.
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2022 Scarecrow Lane
Each year we host several community groups - families, schools, businesses, churches, clubs, and community groups.
Each participant must provide a custom made (not commercially made) scarecrow and display that fits in a 3ft. X 6ft. area.
Scarecrows will be judged by the public online via Facebook (likes of each scarecrow’s photos - 1 Like = 1 Vote). Photos will be posted on Marion Downtown! Facebook page. Votes/Likes will be tallied at Noon on Friday, October 28th - no votes/likes will be counted after that. In the event of a tie, the Scarecrow Lane Committee will provide a tiebreaker.
Winners will be announced via Facebook on the Marion Downtown! Facebook page no later than 5 p.m. on Saturday, October 29th, and posted in the Smyth Co. News & Messenger afterward. Prizes: Best of 3D - $100 | 3D Runner-up - $50 | Best of 2D - $100 | 2D Runner-up - $50 | Committee’s Choice - $25. Prizes will be mailed to the winner’s application address the 1st week of November.
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2022 Halloween Madness
Visit us Downtown for our Annual "Trunk-or-Treat" and "Trick-or-Treat".
Rain or Shine!
Local Businesses and Organizations will be giving out candy in Downtown Main St. & on Broad St. from 11am - 1pm.
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Marion Farmers Market
August 12, 2022
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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August Pottery Class : Hand-Built Sushi / Snack Set
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Smyth County Public Library has a NEW WEBSITE!
Check it Out!
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Monday Night Jam
Every Monday at 6:00 PM
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Pottery with Cheryl Bess
Five Week Class
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Open Sew/Quilting
Every Tuesday 10 am - 2 pm
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Watercolor Class
Every Saturday 10 am - 1 pm
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8th Annual Emory & Henry College Health Sciences Golf Tournament
August 19, 2022
Holston Hills
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Music In The Park - Hungry Mother
Haze and Dacey
August 5, 2022
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Music in the Park
Chilhowie Town Park
Join us for music in the Park featuring Rock Revolution on July 2nd! A food truck will be on site starting at 6:00 pm. Corn hole free play or challenge will also start at 6:00 pm. There are limited boards and bags so feel free to bring your own!
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Live Music every Friday at the Palmer Mill in Saltville
7 PM - 9 PM
All are welcome at this old time music jam, held each Friday evening at the Palmer Mill community center in Saltville, VA. Bring an instrument or come to just sit and enjoy. Admission is free, and so is the coffee. You'll find snacks for sale, to benefit the community center.
618 Palmer Ave Saltville, VA 24370
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Saturday Night Cruise-In
May - October
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
August 20th- Jigsaw Jane
September 17th- My New Favorites
October 15th- Mark Larkins
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Music Schedule:
August 13- Below 7
August 20 - Thomas Taylor
August 27 - CHR
Nave
September 10 -TAKAT
Fish Fry the first Friday of every month!
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The Forest Services Welcomes responsible volunteers to serve as hosts in their campgrounds and maintenance of nearby trails. Camping Fees are waived for volunteer host. |
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The HL Bonham Regional Development and Tourism Center is planning on expanding their hours for the Summer we are looking for Volunteers to come in 1 Saturday per month if interested please send email to info@smythchamber.org or stop by the Chamber.
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We Are the Chamber
The mission of the Chamber of Commerce of Smyth County, Incorporated, is to become an exemplary force, partner and resource in conscientious economic and community-wide planning, advancement and sustainability; workforce and civic leadership training, recruitment and development; and countywide collaborative partnership initiatives. We are your connection to building community and cultivating your future & success.
The Smyth County Chamber of Commerce is your local champion for growth & prosperity.
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Chamber of Commerce of Smyth County, Inc
https://smythchamber.org/
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